Tsuba Obidome - Yamazakura (Sash Clip) [Delivery time: Approximately 4 months]

The tsuba (guard) protects the hands of a samurai. This obidome features the cherry blossom crest, beloved by Japanese people for its purity and transience.

"Traditional Japanese Culture" - Obi belts enhance the beauty of kimonos, and obidome belts enhance the beauty of obi belts. Changing traditional Japanese accessories can completely change the look of a kimono. Adding obi belts and obidome belts to yukata belts can elevate your look. Wargo's obidome belts are crafted with meticulous attention to detail and a playful spirit. The familiar Japanese motifs of "tsuba" (guard guards) and "kamon" (family crests) are used to create this obidome belt. The front and back of the tsuba belt feature a warm matte finish. The sides are polished for a glossy finish, adding a touch of elegance. This obidome belt (brooch) exudes a retro vibe. It can also be worn casually with Western clothing, threaded onto leather belts or chains. Wearing one alone makes a striking statement. It complements both simple and boldly patterned obi belts. This obidome belt is easy to coordinate with the patterns and motifs of your kimono or yukata. Don't be limited to Japanese accessories; incorporate the traditional beauty of Japan into your everyday fashion in a stylish way that suits you.

■ Designer's Thoughts: We've crafted this obi-dome from the tsuba (guard), a part of a sword that symbolizes the samurai era. The design incorporates a family crest into the shape of the tsuba. The "yamazakura" (mountain cherry blossom) motif is a stylized version of cherry blossoms, beloved by Japanese people since ancient times. Due to its popularity, there are over 100 crests featuring the cherry blossom motif alone. However, due to its ephemeral image of falling petals, it has not been widely used as a family crest. It is also famous as the family crest of Yamagata Aritomo, known as the "Father of the National Army," and Yosano Akiko, famous for her novel "Midaregami." By threading an obi-jime or belt through the kogai-hitsu (hairpin box) and kozuka-hitsu (small box) located next to the center hole through which the sword passes, the tsuba can be used in a variety of ways, including as an obi-dome. Tsuba, a fashionable accessory valued by samurai warriors during the samurai era, is a style we hope you will incorporate into your modern fashion.

Item details
material	brass
size	Approximately 3.7cm long x 3.9cm wide, approximately 0.2cm thick